Tag Archives: Wayne County Public Schools
Wayne County Public Schools Named National "District on the Rise" for Academic Growth
GOLDSBORO, N.C. - Wayne County Public Schools has earned national recognition as a 2026 "District on the Rise" by the Education Scorecard, a collaboration between the Center for Education Policy Resea...
May 14, 2026
WCPS Celebrates Excellence in Education
Goldsboro, N.C. - This past week, Wayne County Public Schools (WCPS) and the greater community celebrated teachers and educators during Teacher Appreciation Week. One of the highlights of the week was...
May 11, 2026
FAFSA Initiative Boosts Completion Rates in Wayne County, Honors Nine Local Students
GOLDSBORO, N.C. - A collaborative effort between Wayne Community College, Wayne County Public Schools, and local Kiwanis clubs is making a measurable impact on college access in Wayne County. Through ...
May 04, 2026
WCPS to hold Celebration of Excellence & Awards Program
GOLDSBORO, N.C. - Wayne County Public Schools will spotlight its top educators and staff during the annual "Celebration of Excellence" on Tuesday, May 5. The event, set for 6 p.m. at the Lane Tree Con...
Apr 30, 2026
Wayne County Schools Earn Purple Star Honors; Local Leader Recognized for Military Family Advocacy
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. - Schools across Wayne County are being recognized for their commitment to supporting military-connected students, as part of North Carolina's growing Purple Star Award initiative. ...
Apr 28, 2026
WCPS Superintendent Releases Proposed Budget
GOLDSBORO, N.C. - As part of the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget planning process, Wayne County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Marc Whichard presented his proposed $207 million budget during this mont...
Apr 16, 2026
WCPS Announces Regional Battle of the Books Winner
GOLDSBORO, N.C. - A team of fifth-grade students from Spring Creek Middle School is headed to the state stage after winning the Regional Elementary Battle of the Books Competition on Tuesday, April 14...
Apr 15, 2026
Wayne County Public Schools Hosting Job Fair to Fill Multiple Positions April 18
GOLDSBORO, N.C. - Wayne County Public Schools is inviting job seekers to explore career opportunities in education during an upcoming Job Fair scheduled for Saturday, April 18. The event will be held ...
Apr 09, 2026
Wayne County Public Schools Closed Monday Due to Increasing Severe Storm Threat
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. - Wayne County Public Schools officials have updated their plans for Monday as the forecast for severe weather has worsened, announcing that all schools will now be closed for stude...
Mar 15, 2026
Wayne County Schools to Dismiss Three Hours Early Monday Due to Severe Storm Threat
Update WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. - Wayne County Public Schools officials have updated their plans for Monday as the forecast for severe weather has worsened, announcing that all schools will now be closed fo...
Mar 15, 2026